Flavors of the sun-soaked coast
Cambridge's Mediterranean restaurants bring the warmth of coastal cuisines to New England. From award-winning Turkish-influenced cuisine to classic Greek tavernas, explore the diverse flavors of the Mediterranean basin.
Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Cambridge
Cambridge's Mediterranean restaurants bring the warmth of coastal cuisines to New England. Our top picks include Oleana, Pammy's, Catalyst Restaurant.
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Selected based on local favorites, authentic offerings, and community reputation.
Mediterranean · Inman Square
Award-winning Mediterranean restaurant with Turkish and Arabic influences. Chef Ana Sortun's seasonal menu features creative mezze, grilled meats, and vegetarian options.
Mediterranean · Central Square
MICHELIN Guide recognized Mediterranean restaurant with seasonal focus. Chef owners Chris and Pam Willis craft enticing dishes in a charming space outfitted with salvaged finds. Three-course 'Choose Your Own Adventure' prix-fixe dinner.
Mediterranean · Kendall Square
Modern Mediterranean in the Kendall Hotel. Farm-to-table focus with seasonal New England ingredients.
Moroccan/Mediterranean · Wellington-Harrington
Made-to-order Mediterranean and Moroccan on Springfield Street in Wellington-Harrington. Shawarma and falafel wraps, house-made pita, tagines, and a mezze spread that runs from muhammara to labneh. Everything made from scratch.
Middle Eastern · Inman Square
Beloved Middle Eastern restaurant serving Levantine-inspired mezze and hearty entrees. Owner Mohamad El Zein's personal stamp on traditional dishes with a mostly Lebanese wine list. Now expanded to a larger Central Square location.
Mediterranean · Central Square
Eastern Mediterranean mezze restaurant with a Lebanese-leaning wine list and Levantine baked goods. The Central Square location expanded the original Inman concept with a 96-seat dining room and full bar.
Mediterranean · East Cambridge
Chef Will Gilson's Mediterranean concept at First Street Market. Named after a popular Middle Eastern condiment, Amba serves spiced rotisserie chickens with an array of sides and sauces. Fast-casual, flavorful, fresh.
Greek · Harvard Square
Fast-casual Greek from Rialto alum Jody Adams. Build-your-own pita or bowl; the chicken is the sleeper order. The Harvard Square location is the brand's flagship and test kitchen, with a full bar that other outposts don't have.
Mediterranean · East Cambridge
Kimpton Marlowe Hotel restaurant on the Lechmere canal, steps from Kendall Square. Globally-inspired Mediterranean menu from chef Adam Resnick, with farm-fresh sourcing and a strong weekend brunch.
Oleana in Inman Square is widely considered Cambridge's finest Mediterranean restaurant and one of the best in all of New England. Chef-owner Ana Sortun won the James Beard Award for Best Chef Northeast, and her Turkish and Arabic-influenced menu showcases bold spices and innovative techniques. The lamb ribs, baked Alaska with Turkish coffee, and the famous deviled eggs with tuna tartare are must-orders. The beautiful outdoor patio is one of Cambridge's most romantic dining spots in summer. Reservations are essential and should be made 2-3 weeks in advance; the restaurant is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Criteria: authenticity, local reputation, quality
Sources: community input • editorial review
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